TWO very different kinds of commentary will be available for viewers of this evening’s important rugby international on S4C.

Wales take on England in the first match of the 2011 Six Nations Championship at Cardiff’s Millennium Stadium.

There will be an English language commentary on BBC1 Wales, but on S4C, through the red button service, viewers can choose to enjoy an expert commentary from Huw Llywelyn and team or a light-hearted, fun analysis of the action on the pitch.

An S4C spokesman said the alternative commentary will be given by BBC Radio Cymru presenter Magi Dodd, comedian Daniel Glyn and Welsh women’s rugby star Non Evans.

Magi said: “The intention is to try to appeal to viewers who may not be big rugby fans, but enjoy watching big games like Wales v England and want something a little different.

“Daniel and I aren’t avid fans of rugby but we thoroughly enjoy the game. We represent the voice of the viewers who don’t understand all the technical rules.

“Good luck to our expert Non Evans as she tries to teach us.”

Magi, Daniel and Non’s commentary will also be available on the BBC Radio Cymru website.

Fans heading down to the match last night said the idea could catch on.

Aled Roberts, 24, from Llangefni, who regularly travels to Cardiff for rugby internationals, said: “I’ll be watching the match in a pub and although it will be noisy and boistrous the commentary is usually loud enough to be heard.

“If Magi and Daniel’s comments are light-hearted it could give a different slant to the match.

“S4C already show Jonathan the night before an international when Jiffy’s mates and guests give a light-hearted preview of the match.”

Another rugby fan, Deion Ellis, 23, from Llanrwst, added: “The proper commentary is fine but sometimes, if things aren’t going well for Wales, it needs something a bit more light-hearted.

“I might well turn to Magi and Non if the English are winning for a little bit of comfort.

“I hope not, but Wales have been hit by too many injuries for me to be certain we’ll win tonight.”

Ardent rugby fans will be glad to hear that the usual top quality team will cover the match on S4C’s main service when anchor Gareth Roberts is joined by commentators Huw Llywelyn Davies and Gwyn Jones, reporter Dot Davies and an analysis team which includes ex-internationals Gareth Edwards, Derwyn Jones and Brynmor Williams.

Y Clwb Rygbi Rhyngwladol: Cymru v Lloegr is on S4C from 7pm. The alternative commentary is available on the red button.